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Having completed a pilot phase over the last 6 months, we have now extended the programme and ran a workshop in August in Glasgow to meet and inform new participants. Running on from the workshop, the evening social event brought together both existing and new participants to share experiences and discuss mentoring opportunities.
To create a sustainable mentoring programme participants are encouraged to both give and receive support, either working together as co-mentors or taking it in turns to be mentors or mentees in a form of mentoring relay. Although CEO will support the programme with staff time, there is no intention to offer any payments to mentors. While mentor payment is normal for some programmes, it is our aim to create a scheme where financial gain is not the motivation for participants, but rather a desire to support and be supported by fellow creatives, or indeed individuals from outwith the creative sector whose expertise you value.
How to Participate
To participate in the Mentor Exchange programme you must attend a workshop, so that you can find out more about the practicalities of taking part. While there will be plenty of opportunity to meet other creative practitioners and discuss possible mentoring partnerships there is absolutely no obligation to find a match on the day. The main purpose of the day is to find out more about the programme in an informative, relaxed and enjoyable way. We are keen to grow the pool of mentors and mentees and hope to run another event in the early winter.
If you would like to receive news of the project, please register your email address below and we'll keep you posted.
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“Having a co-mentor is like having someone else looking out for me”
“Exciting idea, great training day”
“The Mentor Agreement makes you think about it and take it more seriously”
“The Mentor Agreement helped you focus on what you need”
“I'm working with my mentoring partner to build confidence in taking on larger scale projects”
“Amazing already!”
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